Director Mechanical Engineering

Savile Lloyd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Savile Lloyd is seeking a Director Mechanical Engineering for a project in Singapore. The ideal candidate will have over 20 years of experience in design and construction within high-tech industries, alongside strong leadership capabilities.

You will oversee mechanical engineering concepts, drive business development, and ensure compliance with safety standards while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates with a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in Singapore/Malaysia are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 20 years of design and construction experience in high-tech industries.
• 10 years in a leading position of fast-track projects.
• 5 years of experience in managing and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering development for advanced facilities.
• Drive early-stage business development and engage clients.
• Ensure compliance with safety-in-design and quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical design

Leadership

Strategic planning

Project management

Cost optimization

Education

Honours or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Our client has been operating in Malaysia for over 25 years delivering some of the most advanced manufacturing plants and facilities. As a leader in the engineering and construction of high‑tech facilities, our client offers a complete range of services from consulting to the managing of turnkey solutions, delivering to the highest quality and safety standards. In addition, they have a dedicated in‑house capability for mechanical, electrical, and process engineering works including general fabrication, installation, and maintenance – to serve work packages on projects for other clients. They are currently looking for a Director Mechanical Engineering to join them on a project in Singapore.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading mechanical engineering concept development for advanced technology facilities (including semiconductor, battery, photovoltaic, and display sectors).
• Driving early‑stage business development by engaging clients, understanding requirements, and shaping opportunities.
• Translating client needs into technically robust, cost‑effective mechanical design and execution strategies.
• Overseeing system‑level mechanical concepts including redundancy, routing, space planning, equipment selection, and schematics.
• Leading value engineering initiatives to optimise cost, performance, and constructability throughout design development.
• Managing and reviewing technical proposals (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs), ensuring completeness, accuracy, and commercial alignment.
• Acting as subject matter expert for mechanical engineering across design development, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver fully integrated, buildable design solutions.
• Supporting estimating teams through development of bills of materials, cost models, and standardised design packages.
• Monitoring industry trends and developing benchmarking data to drive innovation and maintain technical competitiveness, including off‑site manufacturing strategies.
• Ensuring compliance with safety‑in‑design principles, regulatory requirements, and quality standards, embedding a design‑for‑safety culture throughout projects.

You Will Need:

• Minimum 20 years of Design and Construction experience in a high‑tech industry or other multi‑discipline orientated construction business.
• At least 10 years of experience in a leading related position of a fast‑track project.
• At least 5 years of experience of managing staff, coaching / mentoring and developing people.
• Experience in strategic and operational planning and implementation.
• Experience working overseas, ideally in Singapore / Malaysia.
• Holds an Honours or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• The ideal candidate will be Singaporean / hold Singaporean Permanent Residency.

Savile Lloyd and our clients are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success. Savile Lloyd is dedicated to ensuring equal opportunity for all, and we encourage individuals from underrepresented communities to apply.